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play videoAkosua Manu [L] and suspended Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkonoo Suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Sackey Torkornoo was spotted in high spirits on Wednesday, June 25, as she shared a warm and light-hearted moment with the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) 2024 parliamentary candidate for Adenta, Akosua Manu, popularly known as Kozie.The interaction took place shortly after the embattled Chief Justice concluded a media briefing. A video circulating online captures the politician embracing Mrs. Torkornoo with a warm hug, followed by a handshake with the Chief Justice’s husband, who was standing nearby.Kozie, clad in a beautiful outfit, then introduced herself to…

Suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo has publicly released the full contents of the three petitions filed for her removal, including a detailed petition by a group known as The Shining Stars of Ghana, led by Kingsley Agyei. In the petition dated February 14, 2025, the group cites stated misbehaviour and incompetence as grounds for the Chief Justice’s removal. Their main allegations include: Breach of Constitutional Procedure: The Chief Justice allegedly violated Article 144 by directly proposing the appointment of five justices to the Supreme Court—an act they claim exceeds her constitutional authority. Violation of Natural Justice: The…

The upcoming Venetian wedding of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and former news anchor and licensed pilot Lauren Sanchez — which is expected to be a lavish, multimillion-dollar affair — may be one of the most anticipated and closely guarded events to be held in the floating city of love. Spokespeople for the couple remain tight-lipped and one guest told CNN they signed an NDA, but a lid cannot be kept on widespread speculation about every detail of the event that is expected to take place this week. At Harry’s Bar, a fabled institution that once counted Ernest Hemingway among its…

In a democracy governed not by titles but by principles, Ghana’s 1992 Constitution is the supreme expression of the people’s will. It is binding on all—not merely a reference point for the governed but a firm restraint on those who govern. When the Chief Justice herself appears to chafe against this order, the stakes are no longer personal. They are national.Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Torkornoo, currently suspended from office and facing removal proceedings under Article 146 of the Constitution, has stepped into deeply troubling territory. By launching a public campaign in the midst of an active constitutional process—complete with symbolic…

The KNUST Career Services Centre, in collaboration with TV3, the College of Engineering, and the KNUST School of Business, successfully organized an engaging Career Fair under the theme “Connecting Talent to the World.” This initiative aimed to bridge the gap between students, alumni and potential employers by providing a platform for meaningful interactions that address the evolving needs of the aforementioned parties. This year’s Career Fair attracted over 40 companies including GCB, Media General, Nestle Ghana, GNPC, Tullow Ghana, Quantum Group, Huawei Technologies, AngloGold Ashanti, Puma Energy, Education USA (US Embassy), British High Commission, Access Bank Ghana, Total Energies, Star…

The Chairman of the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies, Dr. Gabriel Kumi, has expressed deep concern over Ghana’s limited capacity to store strategic fuel reserves, warning that the country is ill-prepared to withstand prolonged external supply shocks. Speaking during a panel discussion of the Joy Business Economic Forum, Dr. Kumi revealed that Ghana currently possesses infrastructure capable of holding only about two months’ worth of fuel imports far below the ideal six-month strategic reserve target. “Ghana currently does not have that much in fuel storage infrastructure. So we don’t even have the infrastructure to hold that kind of volumes,” he…

Ghanaian and Real Oviedo midfielder Kwasi Sibo is confident in his abilities to represent the Black Stars, following an impressive season with Spanish outfit in the just ended La Liga 2 season. The 27-year-old’s standout performance played a crucial role in the team’s promotion to Spain’s top-flight La Liga for the first time in 24 years. Since joining Real Oviedo in July 2024 on a two-year contract, Sibo has made 42 appearances, scoring one goal and providing one assist. Sibo’s hard work and dedication have earned him recognition, and he believes he is ready to take on the challenge of…

play videoA photo collage of Suspended CJ Torkornoo and prominent constitutional lawyer, Thaddeus Sory Prominent constitutional lawyer Thaddeus Sory has rebutted several claims made by suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Torkornoo during a press conference held earlier on Wednesday June 26, 2025.The Chief Justice, currently facing three petitions for her removal under Article 146 of the 1992 Constitution, insisted that resignation is not an option and raised several concerns about the legality and fairness of the ongoing proceedings against her.However, in a response, Thaddeus Sory dismantled each of her assertions, arguing that many of her claims reflect a “worrying…

Suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo has released the full contents of the three petitions calling for her removal, including a detailed and strongly worded submission from Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Ayamga Yakubu Akolgo. Filed under Article 146 of the 1992 Constitution, Section 16 of the Judicial Service Act, and the Code of Conduct for Judges and Magistrates, Akolgo’s petition cites multiple grounds for stated misbehavior and incompetence, centering on events that occurred during a court session on November 14, 2023. ACP Ayamga claims that after the Chief Justice dismissed his application in the Supreme Court, she…

The Volta Regional Minister, James Gunu, has called on Municipal and District Assemblies across the region to go beyond rhetoric and embrace concrete, proactive strategies to strengthen disaster preparedness and environmental resilience. He made the call on Tuesday, 24 June 2025, during a high-level workshop on the Emergency Preparedness Plan (EPP) and Environmental Management Plan (EMP) held at the Volta Regional Coordinating Council (VRCC) Conference Hall in Ho. The event convened key stakeholders, including representatives from the Volta River Authority (VRA), Municipal and District Chief Executives (MDCEs), Coordinating Directors, Heads of Decentralised Departments, NADMO officials, and members of the Regional…